(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Audrey G. Bennett, University of Michigan (THE CONVERSATION) Design remains a largely ...

In recent years, African designers have found support from international celebrities including Beyoncé, Alicia Keys and Naomi Campbell. Now a growing number of the continent’s fashion brands are ...

From the moment you step into Titi Ogufere’s orbit, one thing becomes clear — she’s not just a designer but a visionary. The Lagos-based trailblazer is the founder of Design Week Lagos and the first ...

Kwaku Bediako Oduro is a Ghanaian fashion designer and the creative director of the fashion brand Chocolate Clothing, also known as Chocolate Clothes Global. He is known for his Afrocentric designs ...

Africa is bursting with vibrant and beautiful aesthetics that make it a perfect source of inspiration for bold and eye-catching sneaker designs. In fact, Jordan Brand tapped into Africa’s rich colours ...

Africa’s design industry is entering a renaissance, one where heritage, innovation, and global appeal are merging to redefine interiors on the continent and beyond. From handcrafted furniture that ...

Jomo Tariku, a designer and data scientist, shines a spotlight on trailblazing industrial artisans and their provocative, inspiring work. By Julie Lasky This article is part of our Design special ...

Braiding is more than a hairstyle. For generations, African American hair braiding styles have held deep cultural significance, telling stories of survival, status and self-expression. What may seem ...